"Heika" is a basic style of Ikebana in a tall pot. There are 3 methods of Heika, upright slanting and cascading. Upright has strong lines going up; slanting has a subtle slant creating an engaging depiction of natural movement; cascading spills over, creating a flow of flowers and foliage that captivates the eye.

In this class we look at how to organise the balance of an arrangement in a Moon vase and then to repeat this in different sized Moon vases to achieve the right balance in both. Moons come in 3 styles; the waxing moon, the waning moon and the full moon. In this class we look at the different ways of showing this.

The basic ‘Hana Isho’ style is a simple design consisting of 2 lines and 2 materials. ‘One Row’ and ‘Circular Hana Isho’ are advanced Hana Isho and incorporate a 3rd line and material. For our beginner students, we will take a look at some simple arrangements in the Hana Isho style, such as the 'Rising form’ or ‘Inclining form’ which emphasise lines, symmetry and balance. Advanced students will look at 'Radial' and 'One Row'. All of which you will learn about in more detail in this class.

In this class you will explore the Winter landscape both traditional (as laid down by Ohara School) and realistic, using your own artistic ability. These landscapes are all based on the Moribana landscapes. The Moribana style is free and allows for a variety of materials and approaches which means artists can express a range of views. You will put your knowledge into practise with guidance to execute an arrangement as per the Ohara rules.

Our beginners will explore the Hana Isho style and the advanced students will take a look at Heika arrangements. You will discover the characteristics of the style and how flowers, branches, vase and composition make up the arrangement. Also, you will learn about the history of each style and have some creative time to practise your skills.

Our aim for this class is to create a gorgeous, Ikebana-inspired floral arrangement using specifically camellias and spring flowers. We will look at different ways to manipulate and organise the flowers to create something seasonal and within the Ikebana style. The arrangement will be based on the Ohara School designs.

Created by the Ohara School, we will look at all of the Moribanas, the upright, the slanting and water reflecting. These designs are the basis for landscape work and colour scheme work. You will get to know the different features and characteristics of the designs and put this into action by creating your own arrangement.

Hana Mai is a sculpture as opposed to a flower arrangement and the name translates to ‘dancing flowers’. Hana Kanade is a new arrangement designed by the new headmaster and involves crossing lines. You will dive into the intricacies of these arrangements and create a piece yourself to further develop your understand and skillset.

To end the term, there will be a study group for the Ohara students. During this time there will be a presentation of certificates, election of officers and collection of subs. It will also give you the chance to talk to other students, socialise and enjoy the time together talking about all things Ikebana!

In this class we will be looking at Japanese festival designs ready for Christmas. You will have a lot of fun using a mixture of techniques, materials and approaches to create some tradition Japanese festival designs which will be a nice addition to the home during this festive period.

This is a slightly different class to the others this term as it is more about learning knowledge and getting to know everything about Japonism. Japonism refers to the artistic and cultural influence of Japanese aesthetics, themes, and techniques on Western art and design during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It often involves an appreciation for simplicity, asymmetry, natural elements, and an emphasis on harmony and tranquility.

In this class there will be time for 1 arrangement.

This class is an introduction to Rimpa and the Rimpa painters. The particular features of Rimpa, a traditional Japanese art style, puts emphasis on nature. The use of vibrant colors, and layering techniques creates a sense of depth and richness in the artwork. Additionally, the portrayal of seasonal changes and the concept of wabi-sabi, embracing imperfections, further enhance the timeless beauty and tranquility of Rimpa art. The Rimpa arrangement will incorporate the materials in the paintings which you will get to know in this class.

This class is for our advanced students. We will go into detail about the Bunjin Theory which is highly influenced by Chinese painters and is a contemporary form of Ikebana. You will also do some practical work to utilise this knowledge.

Traditional colour scheme arrangements are based on one of the Moribana arrangements. There are ten materials and one of the materials must be in the traditional colour scheme arrangement. We will follow the prescriptive rule for the traditional colour scheme arrangement. We will be specifically working with 3 different coloured Chrysanthemums. This class will broaden your understanding, build on existing knowledge, and develop your practical skills.

Hana Mai is a sculpture as opposed to a flower arrangement and the name translates to ‘dancing flowers’. Hana Kanade is a new arrangement designed by the new headmaster and involves crossing lines. You will dive into the intricacies of these arrangements and create a piece yourself to further develop your understand and skillset.

For this class we will be using roses to create our Ikebana arrangements. We will take a look at different styles, colours and approaches to create our pieces. This class will allow for you to express your creativity and also practise the art as a discipline to widen your understanding of the techniques.

In this class you will explore the early autumn landscape both traditional (as laid down by Ohara School) and realistic, using your own artistic ability. These landscapes are all based on the Moribana landscapes. The Moribana style is free and allows for a variety of materials and approaches which means artists can express a range of views. You will put your knowledge into practise with guidance to execute an arrangement as per the Ohara rules.

Created by the Ohara School, we will look at all of the Moribanas, the upright, the slanting and across the water. These designs are the basis for landscape work and colour scheme work. You will get to know the different features and characteristics of the designs and put this into action by creating your own arrangement.

Our focus in this class will be creating arrangements in tall pots in two different styles. Our beginners will explore the Hana Isho style and the advanced students will take a look at Heika arrangements. You will discover the characteristics of the style and how flowers, branches, vase and composition make up the arrangement. Also, you will learn about the history of each style and have some creative time to practise your skills.

For our beginner students, we will take a look at some simple arrangements in the Hana Isho style. Hana Isho looks at different forms like ‘The Rising form’ or ‘The Radical form’ and puts emphasis on lines, symmetry and balance. All of which you will learn about in more detail. For our advanced students, we will look at more complex arrangements and for some we will even look at the Rimpa style. The Rimpa style is based on works from the Rimpa school and it is taken from the painting of a garden.

In this class we will be influenced by all things summer. If the weather is beautiful and sunny, we will enjoy the class outside to blend in with nature. If not, we will be in the studio. The focus of this class will be on landscape arrangements based on the ‘Moribana’ technique. Moribana captures the essence of nature in a compact and harmonious way using a combination of different elements, such as color, texture, and form. Moribana is a testament to the Japanese aesthetic philosophy of capturing the fleeting beauty of the natural world. You will expand your knowledge and develop your skills whilst enjoying the last of summer.